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[QUOTE="Queen, post: 87049, member: 27"]
Confidence in the voter roll check is high in Zomba, even with thin crowds showing up before the 17 March 2026 by-elections.

Kamlongera reviews Zomba verification
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[*]Limbikani Kamlongera serves as Commissioner for the Malawi Electoral Commission.
[*]She toured centres in Chanda and Chirunga wards on the final inspection day.
[*]Zomba Chikomwe and Zomba City North constituencies were on her route.
[*]Despite low turnout, Kamlongera said the process stayed solid.
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Youth focus and 2024 registration link
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[*]This exercise extends the 2024 voter registration process.
[*]Targeted youths turning 18 by 17 March were specifically mentioned.
[*]Kamlongera pushed eligible young voters to step up and verify.
[*]Inclusivity, she stressed, depends on people confirming their details.
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Centres visited during the tour
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[*]Sparkle Foundation hosted part of the verification in Zomba City North.
[*]Trans Haven Chirunga Christian Private School was also inspected.
[*]Nanjiri Primary School in the traditional Authority M’biza got a visit.
[*]Mchenga Primary School rounded out stops in Zomba Chikomwe.
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Why the wards need fresh polls
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[*]Abraham Nyondo’s death led to the cancellation of elections in Chirunga Ward.
[*]A court ruling triggered a fresh contest in Chanda Ward.
[*]Local council by-elections are scheduled for 17 March 2026.
[*]Kamlongera reminded residents that verification is voluntary yet vital.
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